Biomedical Equipment Technician

Overview:

Under the supervision of the Plant Operations Manager, the Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) maintains the Clinical Engineering program by repairing, testing, calibrating, and deploying biomedical equipment. Performs scheduling of preventative maintenance and repairs, oversees warranty repairs and 3rd party equipment repair. The BMET maintains documentation, tracks service agreements, warranties, recalls and end of life/service notifications on all assets in the Clinical Engineering program. The BMET understands regulatory and safety requirements and communicates technical guidance and training to Leaders, coworkers and staff utilizing the clinical equipment. The BMET provides on-call availability during off-hours as scheduled and remains current with job knowledge and proficiency.

Responsibilities:

Perform functional testing, preventative maintenance, calibration and repair of basic to complex biomedical equipment throughout the hospital and off-site locations in accordance with all agency regulations and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPPA). Respond to requests for service from users, troubleshoot equipment issues, and perform corrective action as necessary.

 

Perform preventative maintenance or repair services on specialized equipment based on certifications that may include but not limited to: sterilizers, ventilators, ultrasound, and anesthesia machines. Collaborate with Leaders and vendors to schedule preventative maintenance, repairs and warranty service for specialized equipment and oversee contracted service representatives for quality assurance. Secure authorization for high cost equipment parts and/or repairs.

 

Maintain documentation in the hospital's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to align with policies and procedures for the Clinical Engineering program. Track service agreement terms, warranties, recalls and end of life/service and make recommendations for equipment replacement timing or service agreement renewals.

 

Report and/or make recommendations to Supervisor regarding preventative maintenance procedures and schedules, service agreement terms, operational improvements and incident investigations.

 

Provide or schedule in-service education for clinical users in the proper operation, safety and routine care of existing clincal engineering equipment. Track trends for user errors and equipment damage to provide in-service education and to report issues and outcomes to the Safety Committee. Provide training to back-up BMET staff as assigned by Supervisor. Track, respond to and communicate details surrounding product recalls.

 

Provide initial inspection, testing and/or calibration on incoming equipment for installation following manufacturer manuals and applicable policies and procedures utilizing hand tools, power tools or measuring devices. Collaborate with Leaders to provide in-service education to clinical staff and deploy new equipment to the clinical unit.

 

Purchase or requisition service parts and spares for corrective maintenance or inventory stock replacement. Suggest items for one time or stock purchases. Investigate alternative part sources for cost savings, quality improvement or faster delivery.

 

Collaborate with Information Services department to ensure HIPPA compliance and connectivity of biomedical devices for new and existing equipment.

 

Collaborate with Director of Materials Management and other department Leaders on equipment planning and pre-purchase evaluations of new equipment. Perform duties to remove assets from service including: clearing HIPPA data, clean equipment, and coordinate with Director of Materials Management to return equipment to the manufacturer, sell or dispose.

 

Perform other duties as assigned and provide on-call emergency services as scheduled. Maintain job knowledge and proficiency by participating in continuing education, studying manuals and reading technical publications.

Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelor Degree in Biomedical Engineering preferred, or 3 years requisite industry experience

Experience: 3 years of basic and critical medical equipment service experience required in a healthcare or military setting

Licenses & Certifications: BMET Program certification required (AAMI certification desired); Manufacturer training in biomedical equipment modalities desired

Required Skills & Knowledge: Proficiency in analyzing, troubleshooting and resolving equipment repairs, and the proper use of diagnostic tools, test equipment and software is critical. Knowledge of biomedical equipment and maintenance and corrective repair regulatory standards. Possess strong customer service skills to include professional communication and collaborative problem-solving within all levels of the organization and 3rd party vendors. Ability to utilize Microsoft Office products and CMMS software. Exhibit effective time management and ability to manage rapid changing priorities with a positive attitude.

Compensation: Actual compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. Minimum:: USD $49.31 Maximum:: USD $67.81